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What is happening in Gaza?

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Gaza is experiencing intense Israeli airstrikes, severe humanitarian crises, and stalled ceasefire talks. Civilians face high casualties, water shortages, and difficulties accessing aid. Displacement and destruction are widespread, with ongoing debates about forced population transfers and international concerns over potential war crimes.

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Strike kills children at Gaza water station, Israel blames malfunction

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  • An Israeli missile strike at a Gaza water station killed at least six children, according to Gaza health officials. 6s
  • Israel says the missile malfunctioned and fell short of its target. 13s
  • The Red Cross and UN report a dramatic increase in casualties near aid sites, with nearly 800 deaths reported. 35s
  • Two young men, including a Palestinian-American, were killed in the West Bank, prompting calls for justice. 1m 17s
  • Diplomatic talks for a ceasefire are ongoing, but no deal has been reached. 2m 9s
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Strike kills children at Gaza water station, Israel blames malfunction
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CBC News
13 hours ago
Strike kills children at Gaza water station, Israel blames malfunction

An Israeli missile struck a water station, killing at least six children. The Red Cross notes a dramatic rise in injuries and deaths near aid sites.

Gaza’s water supply crippled as Israel destroys desalination plants
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Al Jazeera
1 day ago
Gaza’s water supply crippled as Israel destroys desalination plants

Israel blocked fuel deliveries, crippling water and sewage plants. Many Gazans wait hours for water, often leaving empty-handed.

Israel strikes Gaza as truce talks faltering over withdrawal
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Reuters
1 day ago
Israel strikes Gaza as truce talks faltering over withdrawal

Israeli strikes killed at least 16 people as ceasefire talks in Doha stalled over the extent of Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.

Hundreds killed in recent weeks while seeking aid in Gaza, UN says
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France 24
2 days ago
Hundreds killed in recent weeks while seeking aid in Gaza, UN says

Israel continued deadly attacks overnight, with many civilians killed while seeking aid and difficulties in burying the dead due to military presence.

Ceasefire talks stall as violence surges in Gaza
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CBS News
2 days ago
Ceasefire talks stall as violence surges in Gaza

Airstrikes lit up the sky over Gaza, causing destruction and a death toll now exceeding 57,000, including many women and children.

Why Israel's transfer plan may be a possible war crime
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Al Jazeera
2 days ago
Why Israel's transfer plan may be a possible war crime

Israel plans to transfer over two million Palestinians to Rafah, raising concerns of war crimes and ethnic cleansing.

EU strikes deal with Israel for more food, fuel in Gaza
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France 24
3 days ago
EU strikes deal with Israel for more food, fuel in Gaza

The EU and Israel reached an agreement to increase humanitarian aid, open more crossings, and repair infrastructure in Gaza.

Israeli strike kills children near medical clinic in Gaza
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Reuters
3 days ago
Israeli strike kills children near medical clinic in Gaza

An Israeli strike near a medical center killed 10 children and six adults, with ongoing attacks displacing most of Gaza's population.

Netanyahu returns to Israel without Gaza ceasefire deal
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CBS News
3 days ago
Netanyahu returns to Israel without Gaza ceasefire deal

Ceasefire talks have stalled, with Israel refusing to commit to not resuming military action unless Hamas disarms and relinquishes authority.

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